ok ive searched for an hour and didnt come up with crap

[pimpalero2003]

all i need to know is how do i take the factory steering wheel off and tools needed i found a dash at a junkyard for 25 bucks i have everything disconnected but i cant see what i need to take off the steering wheel

[Pimpalero03]

Steering Wheel Replacement


Tools Required

• J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
• J 42120 Steering Wheel Puller Legs

<A href="http://service.gm.com/servlets/BlobShtml?ShtmlFile=824014&evc=sm&pubid=318&cellId =58813&mspsdsubkey=2170#ss1-824014">Removal Procedure

1. <LI type=1>Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR. <LI type=1>Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement . <LI type=1>Remove the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
   
   
   <LI type=1>Remove the steering wheel nut (1).
   
   
   Notice: When removing the steering wheel with the specified steering wheel puller and the steering wheel adapter legs, ensure that the left leg tab is down and the right leg tab is up. This will prevent the steering wheel and puller from binding and will prevent damage to the steering column's integrity.
   <LI type=1>Remove the steering wheel using J 1859-A (1) and J 42120 (2). <LI type=1>Disconnect the electrical connectors (4) from the column.
   
   
   <LI type=1>Route the electrical connectors (4) through the steering wheel opening.
2. Remove the steering wheel (2) from the vehicle.

<A href="http://service.gm.com/servlets/BlobShtml?ShtmlFile=824014&evc=sm&pubid=318&cellId =58813&mspsdsubkey=2170#ss2-824014">Installation Procedure

1. 
   
   <LI type=1>Route the electrical connectors (4) through the steering wheel opening. <LI type=1>Connect the electrical connector (4) to the steering column (3). <LI type=1>Install the steering wheel on the steering column (3). Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
   <LI type=1>Install the steering wheel nut (1) on the steering column (3).
   Tighten
   Tighten the nut to 37 N·m (27 lb ft).
   <LI type=1>Install the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR. <LI type=1>Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
2. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.

[adam337]

or..you could just rip the son of a bitch off?

[SouthDakotAlero]

Originally Posted by adam337

or..you could just rip the son of a bitch off?

I doubt it. When I took mine off, I tried a couple different kinds of pullers and it took an extreme amount of cranking on them to pop that sucker off. The hardest part about the pullers is getting them to stay on the wheel. The arms kept sliding off when I cranked on the bolt.

[pimpalero2003]

but how do i get the aor bag off and thanks so far pimp

[sound_xtreme]

torx bolts in the back of the wheel. you gotta turn the wheel back and forth i think

[pimpalero2003]

yeah i know that but what size

[pimpalero2003]

does ne one know the size of the torx

[pimpalero2003]

need to know this by thursday

[sound_xtreme]

um, it's a smaller size. i dunno which anymore. but jus try em till you get the right one...

[pimpalero2003]

yeah it rained yesterday and the place was closed but ne way i bought a set of torx for 15 bucks at wallmart

[cavaliers60]

something wrong with your old dash????

[pimpalero2003]

no im going to fiberglass the new one

[Headstrong2740]

Should look nice. If you can show some pics of the install as you go

[AleroChick785]

ok maybe I'm retarded, not sure. I understand how to take off the steering wheel but I'm having trouble taking off the bottom plastic piece. Can anyone help?

[cherrington17]

the bottom plastic piece... of what?

[AleroDrime]

the shroud be hind the wheel, i cant look at the moment but im sure theres two screws underneath it, thats how ford ones come apart anyways

[AleroChick785]

plastic pieces between the dash an the wheel itself

[AleroDrime]

look underneath and see if there ain't holes for the screws

[AleroChick785]

yes there are screws took them out still can't get the plastic piece off